Ferny Coipel of Humbert Still in ICU, But Making Good Progress, Friends Say

A week ago this past Saturday, Ferny Coipel, frontman of long-running local band Humbert, was in a serious accident while riding his scooter in Hialeah. Coipel was wearing no helmet when he collided head-on with a car, according to a close friend. As a result, he suffered head and neck trauma, as well as major damage to the arteries in his neck. Doctors at the Ryder Trauma Center, where Coipel is currently in ICU, will attempt this week to stabilize his arterial blood flow before they can repair his face and jaw, which is wired shut.

Crossfade, New Times, and I personally would like to wish Ferny a speedy and full recovery.

Friends are in the process of setting up a Washington Mutual account for donations, and benefit concerts at Churchill's and Tobacco Road. Stay tuned to Crossfade for more information, and for updates on Ferny's recovery.